Nivell Rayda

2 months ago | channelnewsasia.com | Matthew Mohan |Nivell Rayda

SINGAPORE: At the recently concluded ASEAN Championship, one footballer caught the eye. He netted seven goals in just five appearances, terrorising defenders with a potent blend of physicality, speed and clinical finishing. Despite a serious injury which saw him stretchered off in the second leg of the final and sent for surgery, Nguyen Xuan Son was instrumental in leading Vietnam to their third regional title.

Jan 9, 2025 | channelnewsasia.com | Nivell Rayda |Izzah Aqilah Norman

analysis Asia Indonesia’s recent constitutional court ruling could lead to a wider and more level playing field in the next presidential election. But will it really shake up the political landscape, given the massive funds still needed to run a campaign? New: You can now listen to articles.

Nov 27, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Kiki Siregar |Nivell Rayda |Wisnu Prasetyo

Asia The results so far attest to the influence of new president Prabowo and his predecessor Joko Widodo, who endorsed their preferred candidates in several provinces ahead of polling day. New: You can now listen to articles.

Nov 21, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Nivell Rayda

JAKARTA: When Mr Prabowo Subianto arrived for his inauguration at the Indonesian parliament complex in Jakarta on Oct 20, he was seen using a white Toyota Alphard multi-purpose vehicle (MPV). But by the time he emerged as Indonesia’s eighth president, a different ride was waiting for him at the lobby: a Maung Garuda. With its imposing size and boxy shape, the white tactical sport utility vehicle (SUV)  – dubbed the RI1 – looked more at home in combat zones than the busy streets of Jakarta.

Nov 16, 2024 | channelnewsasia.com | Nivell Rayda

Asia In the third part of a series on migrant workers in Southeast Asia, CNA speaks to some illegal workers who enter Malaysia via perilous routes and examine why they take such risks as well as what the authorities are doing. New: You can now listen to articles.